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KOTSUZUMI · Nishiyama Shuzo · Tamba, Hyogo, est. 1849

KOTSUZUMI Hana

小鼓 花小鼓

A long-standing, dry-leaning Junmai with ultra-soft water at its core.

JunmaiBacchus Global cold-chain mark
RiceNot disclosed
PolishNot disclosed
ABV15%
Volume1,800 ml
WaterChinjutenzan ultra-soft spring water
StyleJunmai
The sake

A familiar table Junmai

KOTSUZUMI Hana has been enjoyed locally for more than three decades. Made with the brewery’s Chinjutenzan ultra-soft spring water, it is a dry-leaning Junmai designed to remain comfortable through a wide range of food.

Taste profile

How it tastes

Sensory profile

Soft and round in texture, with a clean, unshowy line. It is particularly associated with gentle warm service.

The round, unshowy texture stays consistent, with a clean line on the finish.

The brewery

Tamba, Hyogo — water, flowers and food

Nishiyama Shuzo was founded in Tamba, Hyogo in 1849. The KOTSUZUMI range draws on the brewery’s Chinjutenzan ultra-soft spring water, from everyday Junmai to the flower-named Rojoh-Hana-Ari series.

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Awards

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GoldSlow Food Japan Kanzake Contest — Gold

Only distinctions attributable to this exact label are shown. Awards for a pasteurised or otherwise different version are not transferred here.

Culinary affinity

At the table

  • Yakitori
  • Grilled fish
  • Simmered dishes
  • Mushroom dishes

Pairing guide — Sake

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Related products

Move from a warm-service Junmai to floral Rojoh-Hana-Ari expressions and a magnum format.

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Related stories

The related article is specific to the Rojoh-Hana-Ari series.

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